1. Launch & Support Events
GCSE Mathematics (Sept 2017)
GCSE Further Mathematics (Sept 2017)
GCSE Statistics (Sept 2017)
GCE Mathematics (Sept 2018)
GCE Further Mathematics (Sept 2018)
Me, Amanda, Esther, Margaret McAuley, Ruth Crooks, Neill Hamilton, Eleanor Thomas

2. Agenda Revision of GCSE & GCE Mathematics Qualifications (for first teaching September 2017/18)
Introductions
10.00am – 11.15am GCSE Mathematics
11.20am – 12.15pm GCSE Further Mathematics
12.15pm – 12.45pm GCSE Statistics
LUNCH
1.15pm – 2.30pm GCE Mathematics
2.30pm – 3.15pm GCE Further Mathematics
Overview of Specifications
Specimen Assessment Materials (SAMs)
Support Materials
Q & A

3. Timeline for new GCSE Maths specification
Current specification will be assessed until summer 2018
There will be a mop up in January 2019
New GCSE first full award will be in summer 2019

4. GCSE Mathematics Unique features Employability New specification
Four distinct pathways
Flexibility retained within these pathways
Foundation level – level 1 or level 2 in functional mathematics
New grading A* and C*
Qualification is linked to and builds on the learning experiences from Key Stage 3 as required for the statutory Northern Ireland Curriculum
Potential pathway into a range of careers in the STEM sector
Programme For Government targets –
20. Increase uptake in economically relevant Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) places (DEL)
21. Increase the overall proportion of young people who achieve at least 5 GCSEs at A* - C or equivalent including GCSEs in Maths and English by the time they leave school including increase the proportion of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds who achieve at least 5 GCSEs at A* - C or equivalent including GCSEs in Maths and English
42 Improve literacy and numeracy levels among all school leavers, with additional resources targeted at underachieving pupils

5. GCSE Mathematics Foundation
Specification at a glance
55%
2019)
2019)
Grades D, E, F, G
Level 1 in Functional Maths
2019)
Grades C*, C, D, E, F
Level 1/2 in Functional Maths

6. GCSE Mathematics Higher
Specification at a Glance
2019)
Grades B, C*, C, D, E
2019)
Grades A*, A, B, C*, C

7. New GCSE Mathematics
The assessment structure of the qualification has changed. Content has been divided into 8 units – M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7 and M8.
M1, M2, M5 and M6 are Foundation Papers. M3, M4, M7 and M8 are Higher Tier papers.
The completion papers: M5, M6, M7 and M8 must be taken after M1, M2, M3, and M4. This is because the completion papers are synoptic.
The completion papers are of greater demand – M8 is now the most demanding paper because of the volume of content and the additional content which has been added to M8. Some of this content is new; other content has been moved from T4.

8. New GCSE Mathematics
The grading structure has changed. Grades now include a C* and a new A* based on a new formula
A ‘functional elements’ profile will be extracted from the M1 and M2 papers. These papers allow for extra reading time.
Level 1 functional mathematics will be awarded for attainment in M1 and level 2 functional mathematics will be awarded for attainment in M2 with level 1 if a designated standard is reached.
The new assessment objectives present greater demand and challenge.

9. Assessment objective weightings
The table below sets out the assessment objective weightings
for each assessment component and the overall GCSE qualification.
Assessment Objective
Unit Weighting
Foundation Tier
M1 and M5 or
M2 and M6
Higher Tier
M3 and M7
M4 and M8
AO1
47 – 53%
37 – 43%
AO2
22 – 28%
27 – 33%
AO3
Currently AO1 45 – AO2 25 – 35 AO

10. GCSE Support Materials
Planning Frameworks
Newly added content and content removed
Progression of subject content document e.g M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 etc
Mapping of content in legacy specification to the new specification (e.g T4 → M8)
List of terminology/mathematical language
Guidance on new topics in the specification
Problem solving workshops

11. Specimen Assessment Materials (SAMS)
Overview of the SAMS
Q & A

12. GCSE STATISTICS Available from September 2017 Tiered
Foundation grades C* to G, Higher A* to D
2 papers at each tier, equally weighted at 50% of the assessment
Foundation Papers: 1½ hours
Higher Papers: 2 hours

13. GCSE STATISTICS
It will provide an introduction to the “big data” skill sets of data analysis, data acquisition, data mining and data structures. Queen’s University inform us that they have been requested to create a Masters Course on big data and data analysis to facilitate users in big data analytics.
It complements subjects such as GCSE Biology, Further Mathematics, Psychology, Geography, Business and Economics, and opens the door to a variety of careers – from weather forecasting to the biological sciences.

14. GCSE STATISTICS
GCSE Statistics will give students the opportunity to broaden their knowledge in a key component of maths that is relevant to everyday life. They’ll develop a core statistical grounding, as well as transferable skills and understanding that’s applicable to a range of other subjects.
It will also benefit those progressing to other A-level subjects such as the social sciences, business studies, economics, geography and psychology. 

15. GCSE STATISTICS
Sample planning frameworks and lesson plans to help plan your course with confidence
Sample tests and mark schemes at each tier
GCSE Statistics exemplar questions and candidate responses
Teacher guide with a summary of key features
Training courses to help you deliver CCEA Statistics qualifications
Subject expertise courses for all teachers, from newly qualified teachers to experienced teachers looking for fresh updates.
Chief Examiner’s reports
Centre support visits

16. Timeline for new GCE specifications
Current specification will continue until 2019
The current AS will still be available for teaching in September 2017
Legacy GCE AS & A2 will be assessed in 2017, 2018, 2019
Mop up in summer 2020

18. GCE Mathematics Unique features Employability
New specification with 2 papers at each level
No choice – same content as all the other boards
Compulsory Statistics and Mechanics equally weighted
Study of a large data set
AS forms 40% of overall assessment, A2 weighted at 60%
Qualification is linked to GCSE Mathematics Higher Tier
Potential pathway to a range of careers in the STEM sector and university for a large range of subjects

19. A Level Mathematics Specification at a Glance
Content
Assessment
Weightings
AS 1: Pure Mathematics
External written examination
1 hour 45 minutes
Students answer all questions.
6 – 10 questions 100 marks
60% of AS
24% of A level
AS 2: Applied Mathematics
1 hour 15 minutes
5 – 10 questions 70 marks
40% of AS
16% of A level
A2 1: Pure Mathematics
2 hours 30 minutes
7 – 12 questions 150 marks
36% of A level
A2 2: Applied Mathematics
1 hour 30 minutes

20. New A level Mathematics
Specification written to meet the recommendations of the A Level Content Advisory Board (ALCAB)
AS is 40% of total award
A2 will comprise 60% of award and be synoptic in nature possibly drawing on aspects of the AS content
Modular structure retained
60% Pure Maths and 40% Applied Maths
Applied Maths to be 50% Statistics, 50% Mechanics
Content based on current proposals for English Boards
No option choices
One resit opportunity per unit allowed
Exams in the summer series only
AS papers 100 marks and 70 marks; A2 papers 150 marks and 100 marks

21. Assessment Unit Weighting
Assessment objective weightings
The table below sets out the assessment objective weightings
for each assessment component and the overall GCE qualification.
Assessment Objective
Assessment Unit Weighting
AS 1
AS 2
A2 1
A2 2
AO1
50%
AO2
25%
AO3
Total
100%
Assessment Objective Weightings
Weightings have a tolerance of +/- 3%

22. Further Mathematics Specification at a Glance
Content
Assessment
Weightings
AS 1: Pure Mathematics
External written examination
1 hour 30 minutes
Students answer all questions.
6 – 10 questions 100 marks
50% of AS
20% of A level
AS 2: Applied Mathematics
A2 1: Pure Mathematics
2 hours 15 minutes
7 – 12 questions 150 marks
30% of A level
A2 2: Applied Mathematics

23. Further Mathematics
Further Mathematics content has been revised in line with the A level Mathematics content
Pure & Applied content equally weighted
50% of Pure Mathematics will be prescribed – ensuring consistency but retaining flexibility for students to specialise
Content based on current proposals for English Boards
Choose two from four option choices – Mechanics 1, Mechanics 2, Statistics, Discrete & Decision Mathematics
One resit opportunity per unit allowed
Exams in the summer series only
Intent to set up a Further Mathematics support network

24. Discrete & Decision Mathematics
Discrete & Decision Mathematics does not require students to have mastery of a large range of algebraic skills. Problems set have a direct impact on people’s lives – how to plan a delivery route, how to organise a drama production, how to optimise a queueing system.
Accessibility does not equate with ease. The focus is on modelling and modelling is hard!!
Embraces topics such as computer science, algorithms, linear programming, logic, set and graph theory, critical path analysis, operational research, probability and risk theory, game theory
Careers in Big Data, business & finance, crime and security, biomedical research and transport and opportunities to work in a wide variety of places including universities, businesses, government departments and other agencies.

25. MEI Support
Training and orientation for teachers using Integral resources. During 2017, MEI will provide 4 webinars for A level teachers promoting the use of the A level resources to ensure that schools/colleges use them effectively.
Final courses in place by beginning of Autumn term 2017.
Logins for schools and maintenance support to Integral
This will enable schools/colleges teacher access to view and use resources in CCEA courses.  MEI will offer a range of options to agree with CCEA discounted subscription rates for NI schools and colleges from September 2017, when the full range of materials for CCEA specifications are available for teachers and students.
MEI will extend the logins for schools for a fee of £10 + VAT per school until September 2018.

26. Integral Resources

27. On line tour/ webinar

28. Integral Resources

29. Contacts: GCSE Mathematics GCSE Statistics GCE Mathematics GCE Further Mathematics
Education Manager: Joe McGurk
Telephone: Ext (2106)
Subject Support Officer: Nuala Tierney
Telephone: Ext (2292)
Specification, sample assessment and support materials available on the subject microsite at

30. Accreditation Process
Regulatory Framework
General Conditions of Recognition
CCEA will ensure that each qualification offered is fit for purpose
Accreditation Process
N Ireland GCE and GCSE Qualifications Criteria
Two-stage process
Stage 1: submission of qualification strategies for approval
Stage 2: submission of qualification materials for review and accreditation

31. Qualification Strategies
CONTENT - Rationale for the proposed:
inclusion of internal assessment, where relevant
weighting of internal and external assessment
wording and weighting of assessment objectives
assessment of mathematical skills : Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics, Business Studies
assessment of QWC and
subject content
ASSESSMENT – Rationale for the:
subject content for Specimen Assessment Materials (SAMs)
content in assessments ensuring full coverage over the lifetime of the qualification
duration of examination papers
allocation of marks in examination papers, where appropriate
number and type of questions in examination papers, where appropriate
word limit or time limit for internal assessment and
allocation of marks for internal assessment

32. Specification and Specimen Assessment Material (SAMs)
Northern Ireland Regulator will carry out:
an administrative review
a subject-specific review
a review of regulatory requirements

33. Collaborative Approach to the Revision
Desk top Research
Writing Teams
Teachers
Higher Education
Consultation
Existing Specifications
Draft Specifications
Consultation with students
Relevant content
Prepared for further study/work

34. Quality Assurance
Higher Education - Higher Education Panel and Subject Advisory Team
Industry - Industry Panel and Subject Advisory Team
Teachers - Subject Advisory Team
Equality Panel - Access for all
Final CCEA Quality Assurance panel - Review of consultation comment logs and comment logs associated with all QA panels

35. Quality Assurance Equality Panel Final CCEA Quality Assurance panel
Access for all
Final CCEA Quality Assurance panel
Review of consultation comment logs
Review of comment logs associated with all QA panels
Only when CCEA Quality Assurance panel is satisfied that all issues raised have been appropriately addressed will the Specification and Sample Assessment material be submitted for accreditation

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We support Learners - CCEA puts the learner at the centre of everything we do. We think about what learners need for life and work and then build solutions to meet those needs. We do this for the entire curriculum – from Foundation and Early Years to A level and beyond.
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We are Local - CCEA is Northern Ireland’s awarding body. We understand local needs and we are focused on providing services and products for learners in Northern Ireland. This also means we’re near you, should you need help or support.
We are Listening - CCEA listens to those who use its products and services; this means listening to teachers, employers and learners, and taking action to ensure better outcomes for learners. This approach ensures that we develop relevant, high quality and innovative specifications and support.

37. Working with CCEA The benefits: teacher cover provided
first-hand experience of how the examining system works
user insight to the standards required for the assessment
opportunity to examine assessments across a range of abilities
improved learning and teaching outcomes
creates links with CCEA personnel/subject officer
opportunity to network with other professionals
provides recognition and enhances the professional development of teachers
Examiners and moderators are vital to the success of the examining system
Teachers provide expert knowledge of the specification content
Understanding of the capabilities of the candidature at a specific level

38. Keeping you informed The ReVision microsite – ccea.org.uk/therevision
Essential updates
Specifications & SAMs
Monthly e-Vision newsletter
Subject specific e-alerts Face to face
Social media
Twitter @ccea_info
Facebook ccea.info
Don’t forget to register for your updates on the microsite – ‘keep up to date’ section

39. Modules
Max UMS
Max Grade M1
107 D M2
125 C* M3
143 B M4
180
A/A* M5
131 M6
153 M7
175 M8
220

40. Possible Combinations
Max UMS
Max Grade
M1 and M5
238 D
M1 and M6
267 C
M1 and M7
282 C*
M1 and M8
327 A
M2 and M5
262
M2 and M6
291
M2 and M7
306 B
M2 and M8
351
A*/A
M3 and M5
274
M3 and M6
303
M3 and M7
318
M3 and M8
363
M4 and M5
311
M4 and M6
340
M4 and M7
355
M4 and M8
400 A*

41. Foundation Paper Summer 2016

42. Higher Paper Summer 2014